Ollie Is Turning 5 Months!

Ollie will be exactly 5 months tomorrow! 

We took her to the zoo today. 

The weather was great. 

Not too hot. 

I did my preparation work, of course. 

Cooling gel pillow. 

Cooling gel pack. 

Ice blocks to keep them cool. 

Cold drinks & fruits for us. 

Two fans. 

Two power banks. 

Ponchos. 

Haha. RAMS done. 

I know it's kind of early to bring Ollie to the zoo. 

Well, I need to keep myself updated with the place 

to prepare colouring activities and plan worksheets. 

It's not easy to homeschool but I know I can. 

Next learning journey will be this weekend, 

we're off to BKK again!

Ollie's Super Busy Day, Really...

Ollie's Itinerary of The Day! 

1. Trekking in the Forest. 

2. Witnessing a Swim Meet for the First Time! 

3. Dinner with Devilz Aunties. 

4. Shopping at Mustafa. 

All in one day!

I am a Queen. Drama Queen.

Dear Mummy...

Dear Mummy, 

If I don't grow up, can you don't grow old? 

This sounds so ridiculous, I know. 

I think no matter how prepared we are, 

the fear of losing you is too real and too close.

One can never be ready. 

I know life must go on and we must fight on. 

I hope that you are not suffering too much now.

It is very painful to see you losing weight and getting skinnier day by day from two years ago. 

We thought you will win the battle, 

we still hope so.

Life is full of miracles, isn't it? 

When I carry Olympia in my arms, 

I recall those days I was in yours. 

You are the best mummy ever, ever. 

Lots love,

Xiaoxin

Our Typical Blessed Day...

Normally, Ollie will wake up between 7.30am - 8.30am.

I will then feed her in bed and go back to sleep together with her.

Today all of us slept in till 10+,

what a great way to start the day :p

Washed up, put her in the car seat and we headed out for breakfast. 

Qing Ming came and left.

Rainy days too.

The sun is shining so brightly!

Back home, while Laogong was washing the car porch, 

Ollie had her tummy time and I chose to go through colours 

with her today.

Hehe, have to tell her that Papa and Mummy both love Red!

And Mummy loves pink too.

(With Ollie flipping like a roti prata now, 

eyes must be her all the time!)

She swims about 4 times a week and 

Monday is usually one of the days.

Used the actually dysfunctional Brestfriend Nursing Pillow

as a support for her.

As usual, while waiting for the water to fill up 

the inflatable pool,she will be unhappy.

We must teach this hot babe some patience!

Today's lesson was about having a streamline body.

Ollie outgrew two of her sweet swimming costume,

and since it is at home, we just let her out on those

reusable swim diapers, without a top.

I think I want to get her a set of bikini!

Settled her for a nap after her shower and it's some me/we time!

Thai Ice Tea to go with my drama episodes.

Will wait for her to be awake before we head out for some

shopping and then dinner.

Ollie usually has her bed time from 9pm - 10pm.

Quite late I know some mummies may say, 

but well, different family different lifestyle :)

Grow well, Ollie, grow!

And so... Ollie Flipped on 9/4/15

Ollie has been trying to flip these couple of days. 

She is a very determined child, really. 

She even tried to flip in her sleep! 

After so much tears, she did it! 

I'm so glad that Laogong and I witnessed it together! 

Good job, Ollie! 

Much as I'm proud of you, that you managed to flip, I'm even more happy as an infant, you displayed such determination to want to do it! 

As always, much as results are important, the process of learning and trying is too! 

Yeah!

Ollie's 4th Month Celebration & Anti-drooling Ceremony

Food theme socks for the celebration. 

Time flies! 

Way too fast. 

In between shuttling to visit mummy and making sure that Ollie's babyhood is meaningful, we managed to fit in time for her 4th month celebration. 

This is non-religious. 

Simply some Chinese traditions.

No worries, she didn't consume them. 

She'll have her solids when she is 6 months old. 

The licking of the chicken drumstick sort of signifies that she'll eat well next time. 

The spring onions (葱) has the same sound as clever (聪明) and we hope she will grow up (street) smart and wise. 

The marie biscuits is sort of the anti-drooling belief. 

(Thanks to Cupcakelicious for the cookies!)

Wipe away her saliva and don't drool excessively. (搽搽掉) In Hokkien, Qik Qik Diao. 

Overall, it was good fun and in the hope of general wellness for Ollie. 

Happy 4th Month, Olympia! 

Mummy & Papa love you!

Reading with Ollie... #throwback20mar

Let's read Ollie's books with Ollie! 

Early exposure for fun. 

I'm not expecting her to be able to write super early.

Pure exposure. 

My home school style - Play. 

I would love that she grows up to be street smart too, a very important tool in life. 

Her most challenging hours of the day are usually from 7pm to 9pm.

Other than that, Olympia is a doing a great job! Well done! It's quite a breeze. 

For the past few months, Ollie has given me an enjoyable mummy experience. 

Thank you, Ollie! 

Better times to come!

Thankful...

It has been a busy few weeks and (still is) at home but I'm glad all is well (and better) and fine. 

After the emotional roller coaster at home, the nation wide news came and again, the roller coaster went down. 

Words has been said by all, not saying it now doesn't mean I'm not grateful. 

Thank you. 

(watching the news and videos, and crying again) 

Back to home happenings. 

With all the happenings at home, I cut down on my meet-ups with friends. 

Too tired also. 

Ollie also shuttles a few days with me tovisit. 

Not everyday, but a few days, so that we get our granddaughter, mother & grandmother bonding time. 

Thankful for family time, no matter where it is. 

Thankful for the blessings showered to us, please please please please keep mummy healthy.

Yesterday, we took Ollie to the baby fair near our kampong. 

I don't want her to miss out on her babyhood because of everything. 

Life and activities do not stop for her, even if it's just within home. 

More entries after next week. 

With GST replacing service tax, we quickly stock up on stuff (actually, also because it was cheaper at the fair). 

Thankful that we have the means to buy what we want and spend how we want. 

Very thankful. 

I was just looking at those stuff we bought for Ollie and my unopened personal shopping bags from weeks ago, I am. Thankful. 

I've more than others and I tell myself and tell Ollie, we must always return to the society. 

Laogong and I woke up at 4am with intention to go pay our respect, but the queue is not open. Watching CNA and crying again. RIP Sir. 

(A very incoherent post? Sorry.)

All in 45 minutes

What a warm day it was! 

Decided to let Ollie do a night swim. 

The water was warm, we didn't even turn on the water heater. 

My hot babe flared up when we carried her out after 15 minutes (not enough?). 

Wailed (and we still wanted to take photos :p) but did stop to pose for photos?! 

She burped and dirtied her pyjamas so I changed her into her (my) favourite of the moment - Ong Lai romper, with matching socks and bow.

For bed. 

Hahaha. 

My good girl is finally asleep beside me. 

Well, my bed time too. Good night!

Olympia is 3 months young!

Happy 3rd Month, Olympia! 

Lots love from Mummy & Papa. 

We're on the way to the clinic for your vaccination. 

Hope you will do well. 

Be a brave & strong girl like you always are!

Olympia's Last Day as a Newborn (Video)

Tomorrow, Ollie is a Newborn no more!
She will be an infant officially!
Time flies.
Tomorrow, March 5, Ollie is 3 month old!
It was a hot afternoon.
She fussed because of the heat.
Simple.

We turn on the water to fill up the pool.
Her eyes lit up!
She knew she was going to swim!
After numerous sessions,
she is able to stay in the pool for a long duration.
She is also able to kick more.
Can't wait to bring our true blue
The Water Family's baby to the big pool.

After the swim and her feed, 

she is now fast asleep! 

Hehe. Yes, I added on another holey top

to her already quite large collection 

of holey tops and bottoms. 

Time flies (too fast). 

These three months have been great. 

I know more is to come once she start crawling. 

I'm enjoying every moment with her. 

Be it her good times or her cranky times,

that's just her. 

It's tiring. 

I'm sleepy often. 

Well,  but falling asleep beside my big and small

(well, not that small)  babies is a blessing. 

Looking at the photos of my family too, 

is a blessing. 

Feeling extremely Blessed for what I have. 

Thankful for the support of my family too. 

HAPPY 3RD MONTH, 

Olympia 💖

Milk Powder Donation

No, I don't need formula milk.
Blessed Mummy is able to produce enough milk for lucky me still.
I am still a total breastfed baby.
Thankful I am for such blessings.

Today, Mummy and Papa took me to the orphanage again.
Thank you, Auntie Belinda, Auntie Valerie and your families.
I am helping you to deliver the milk powder and hangers.
Well, I can't quite lift them up, so I got Papa to carry them.

Thank you for being so kind.
I will listen to Mummy and Papa and always remember to return to the society in whatever ways I can.